STEM Learning Center Learning Consultants
Meet our team of dedicated staff and students! To find a learning consultant with a particular major or interest, review their profiles below.
Gabriel Alexander
Chemistry Major
Hello, My name is Gabe Alexander. This is my first semester working as a STEM tutor. I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry. Then I am hoping to go to graduate school for Chemistry. My favorite movie of all time is Baby Driver. I watch a lot of basketball from college to the NBA. I listen to a lot of music. My favorite artist of all-time is Mac Miller. I can't lie, but I love to learn about everything from science, sports, math, and everything in between.
- Hobbies: Playing Basketball, Listening to music, playing video games, and learning
- Learning Consultant Courses: Chem 110, 111, and 115
- Learning Consultation Hours: Wednesday 2:30-5 pm
Ivonne Benavides (She/Her)
Accounting and Finance Double Major
I am currently in my third year at West Virginia University, majoring in Accounting and Finance with a minor in French. Alongside my studies, I work as a Math Tutor and Learning Assistant at WVU. During the Spring Semester, I also serve as a tax preparer. I am passionate about helping students succeed in their academic pursuits and look forward to contributing to the STEM Learning Center this semester.
- Favorite movies: Safe Haven, Shrek
- Favorite books: It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover, Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater
- Hobbies: Reading, Hiking, Cooking
- Favorite artist: Lana Del Rey
- Favorite food in Morgantown: Istanbul
- Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 & 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 11 am - 12:30 pm & 3-5 pm, Wednesday 11 am - 12:30 pm & 3-5 pm, Thursday 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Sunday 6-9 pm
Olivia Conaway
Immunology & Medical Microbiology Major
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Learning Consultant Courses: Chem 110, 111, 115, and 116
- Learning Consultation Hours: Tuesday 3-5 pm
Elizabeth Elias (she/her)
Chemistry Major
Hello! My name is Elizabeth Elias, and I am a new learning consultant at the STEM Learning Center. I plan to earn a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and continue my education as a future optometrist. I enjoy going on long nature walks and seeing new concerts. I am very excited to be here and have a great semester at WVU!
- Favorite movies: My Girl, Rocky, The Sandlot
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Favorite sports team:
Pittsburgh Steelers
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Favorite artists/bands:
Pitbull, Zach Bryan, Noah Kahan
- Hobbies: Building LEGOS, Playing Video Games
- Learning Consultant Courses: Chem 110, 111, and 115
- Learning Consultation Hours: Tuesday 1:30-2:30 pm, Thursday 1:30-3:00 pm
Nicholas Elmore
Chemistry Major
Hello, I am Nick Elmore! This is my first semester tutoring at the STEM learning center. I am a senior studying chemistry and plan to attend medical school in the future. I enjoy playing games, watching baseball, and hanging out with friends
- Favorite movies: Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
- Favorite books: Harry Potter Series
- Hobbies: Watching baseball, video games, playing guitar.
- Favorite sports team: Boston Red Sox
- Favorite band/artist: The Beatles
- Favorite food in Morgantown: Plaza Azteca
- Learning Consultant Courses: Chem 110, 111, 115, and 116
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 12-2 pm, Thursday 3-5PM
Cali Evankovich (She/Her)
Forensic Examination Major
Hey, I'm Cali! This is my first time being a tutor and my second year at WVU studying forensics. I like painting, running, listening to true crime, and talking about how much I dislike pickleball in my free time. I'm in the FIS club and PAWS and you can always find me supporting our team at football games!
- Favorite Movie: The Princess Bride
- Favorite Books: The Glass Castle, Frankenstein
- Hobbies: Running, painting, drawing
- Favorite Artist/Band: ABBA and AC/DC
- Favorite Food in Morgantown: Mountain Mama's
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Learning Consultant Courses:
Chem 110, 111, 115, and 116
- Learning Consultation Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 10 am - 12 pm
Tyler Girman
Chemistry Major
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Learning Consultant Courses: Chem 110, 111, 115, and 116
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 10:30 am - 12 pm; Wednesday 10:30 am - 12 pm & 1:30 - 4:00 pm
Zachary Holmes
Management Information Systems Major
Hello, I’m Zachary Holmes! I'm currently in my third semester as a math tutor at West Virginia University. I'm pursuing a degree in Management Information Systems with a minor in Accounting. When I'm not working or studying, I enjoy catching up with friends, playing the guitar or drums, and reading my Bible.
- Favorite movies: Forrest Gump
- Favorite sports team: Washington Commanders
- Favorite food in Morgantown: Chaang Thai on High Street
- Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 and Math 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Sunday 6-9 pm, Monday 12:30-2:30 pm, Wednesday 12:30-1:30 pm
Makenna Kelly
Finance Major
Hey! I'm Makenna Kelly and this is my first semester working at the learning center. My major is finance and I'm a sophomore in the honors college. I'm excited to help!
- Favorite sports team: Pittsburgh Steelers
- Hobbies: Playing ice hockey
- Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 & 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 10-11 am, Tuesday 4-4:30 pm, Wednesday 6-7 pm
Madison Powers
Finance Major
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Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124, 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 3:30 - 4:30 pm, Tuesday 10-11 am, Wednesday 10-11 am, Thursday 10-11 am
Rachel Shay
Marketing Major
Hello, my name is Rachel Shay and I am excited to help in the STEM learning program! I'm studying at the John Chambers Business School and am majoring in Marketing and minoring in Finance. I grew up in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and am in my junior year at WVU. I am in a sorority on campus and enjoy hanging out with my friends and playing tennis.
- Favorite book: Hunger Games series
- Hobbies: Playing tennis, golfing, shopping
- Favorite artist: Travis Scott
- Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 & 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 6-9 pm, Tuesday 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Wednesday 11 am - 1 pm, Thursday 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Sunday 6-9 pm
Mason Siwicki
Biology Major (Pre-Medical)
Hello, I am Mason Siwicki! This is my first semester working at the STEM Learning Center. I am a sophomore studying pre-med biology but also have a passion for mathematics and helping other students. I enjoy traveling, hiking, skiing, and snorkeling with my family.
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Favorite Movie: Top Gun: Maverick
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Hobbies: Traveling, hiking, skiing, snorkeling
- Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 & 150
Brady Snidow (He/Him)
Forensic Biology Major
Hey there! My name is Brady Snidow and I’m a junior here at WVU. This is my first
semester tutoring at the STEM Learning Center. I’m majoring in Forensic Biology
with minors in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Spanish, and Linguistics. The plan
is to get my B.S. and then pursue an M.D. in Forensic Pathology to be a Medical
Examiner.
- Favorite Movies: The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Pitch Perfect, or Bodies Bodies Bodies
- Favorite Books: A Thousand Splendid Suns, Bunny, or The Gone Series
- Hobbies: Reading, playing video games, traveling (my picture is me and my sister in Italy)
- Favorite Artist/Band: Lana Del Rey / Paramore
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Learning Consultant Courses:
Chem 110, 111, 115, and 116
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 2-5 pm, Wednesday 1-2:30 pm
Autumn Ware (She/Her/Hers)
Management Information Systems Major
Hello! I am Autumn Ware and I am currently a Sophomore here at WVU. I am from Grafton, WV and this is my first semester working at the STEM Learning Center! I enjoy watching YouTube and reading. So, if you want any book recommendations I've got you!
- Favorite movies: The Guardians of The Galaxy Trilogy, Thor Ragnarok, and The Green Miles
- Favorite books: It By: Stephen King, The Nightingale By: Kristin Hannah, and the Throne Of Glass series By: Sarah J. Maas
- Favorite sports team: Miami Dolphins and the Chiefs
- Favorite artists: Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and bbno$
- Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 & 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 6-9 pm, Tuesday 10:30 am - 12:50 pm & 3-4:30 pm, Wednesday 3-4:30 pm, Thursday 3-4:30 pm
Teagan Werner
Psychology Major
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Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 & 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 6-9 pm, Tuesday 1:30-3:30 pm, Wednesday 6-9 pm, Thursday 1:30-3:30 pm
Jenna Wood
Healthcare Pathway
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Learning Consultant Courses: Math 124 & 150
- Learning Consultation Hours: Monday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Tuesday 3-5 pm, Thursday 3-5 pm